Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon L110

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon L110, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was announced within a month of the L110 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A3100 IS matches up vs the L110 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Nikon Coolpix L110. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Nikon L110 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS has outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon L110 has specifications of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3100 IS vs Nikon L110 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A3100 IS versus the L110.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A3100 IS and L110 is 94 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and L110.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration.